When Tracy Ahumuza gave birth to her daughter, Alyssa, in April 2021, nothing unfolded as she had imagined. Alyssa needed surgery and could take only breastmilk, yet Ahumuza’s milk had not come in. Three days later, Alyssa died. In the fog of grief, Tracy’s milk began to flow. Wanting another baby to live, she searched for a safe, screened way to donate, but she found none. That gap became her mission. From personal loss, the ATTA Breastmilk Community took root. Founded in mid-2021 and named after Alyssa Taha and Tracy Ahumuza, ATTA began as a simple milk-sharing network connecting donors…
This Is Premium Content. Subscribe And Save On Unlimited Access With Our Best Offers!
Uganda’s startup ecosystem is maturing. There is more capital flowing in from private equity (PE), venture capital (VC), and development finance institutions (DFIs). The once-nascent innovation scene is now witnessing landmark investments, scaling ventures—and increasingly, high-stakes exits. Over the past decade, East Africa has attracted more than USD6.4 billion in private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC) investments. As such, Uganda’s share is rising steadily from under 10% in 2013 to nearly 20% by 2023. Once overshadowed by Kenya, Uganda is now second only to Nairobi in regional deal flow, consistently capturing between 15–20% of all transactions. The momentum has…
This Is Premium Content. Subscribe And Save On Unlimited Access With Our Best Offers!
From abandoned clients to drained colleagues and soaring recruitment bills, the cost of talent loss runs deeper than most CEOs admit. In Uganda’s tight talent market, HR experts unpack why staff walk, where churn bites hardest, and what leaders must do to stem the silent bleed. Employee turnover isn’t just an empty desk—it’s cash out the door, strategy on pause, and momentum lost. Every resignation triggers recruitment and training costs, slows delivery, and drains institutional knowledge. The heaviest blow is often silent: clients feeling abandoned and colleagues carrying extra weight. Many CEOs obsess over revenue and expansion, yet rarely measure…
This Is Premium Content. Subscribe And Save On Unlimited Access With Our Best Offers!
As digital disruption, shrinking revenues, and tighter regulation squeeze Uganda’s media. An industry crowded with over 300 radio stations, dozens of TV outlets, and countless online rivals, faces existential battles over relevance, revenue, and survival. From debt-ridden houses to the rise of TikTok and Google, broadcasters are under siege. Yet Dr Innocent Nahabwe, Chair of the National Association of Broadcasters, insists it is an industry in pain, but not broken — and outlines how resilience, credibility, and innovation can future-proof its revival. What is your vision for the broadcasting industry in Uganda? The broadcasting industry has faced numerous challenges. The…
This Is Premium Content. Subscribe And Save On Unlimited Access With Our Best Offers!
With over 35 years of distinguished leadership across banking, international development, microfinance, and corporate governance, Priscilla Mirembe Serukka has built a reputation as a results-driven leader who blends integrity, courage, and a deep commitment to lifting others. As Chairperson of Uganda National Airlines Corporation and founder of Women on Boards Uganda, she is driving a transformative agenda to increase female representation and impact in boardrooms — not just in numbers, but in influence. From steering high-stakes turnarounds to advocating for inclusive leadership, Mrs Serukka brings rare insight into effective CEO–board dynamics, building high-performing boards, and navigating complex governance challenges. In…
This Is Premium Content. Subscribe And Save On Unlimited Access With Our Best Offers!
From a childhood of abundance to the humbling lessons of loss, Ninsiima Kakurah’s journey spans continents and careers—culminating in a mission to equip East African families with the tools, strategies,…
From losing her entire herd overnight to building one of Uganda’s fastest-growing meat brands, Diana Nabukenya Adeyemi’s journey is a testament to resilience, vision, and the power of value addition….
Coaching is no longer a luxury. It has become a strategic enabler in boardrooms and team meetings, helping uncover layers of conversation that traditional management or leadership often missed. Every employee deserves the chance to bring their best to the table. Yet, in many workplaces, coaching remains the preserve of C-suite executives and board members—largely because of the high investment required. Gloria Kamukama, Project Coordinator at Girls for Girls (G4G), once believed coaching was reserved for executives or those in crisis. Today, she appreciates its value in shaping leaders. “You lead in different spaces and with people of diverse personalities….
This Is Premium Content. Subscribe And Save On Unlimited Access With Our Best Offers!
When most people hear SchoolPay, they think of a school fees payment platform. But its creators envisioned something larger, a wide-ranging value chain platform that serves every actor in education….
From the small town of Kisumu to the bustling streets of Kampala, Vinay Dawda’s business story began long before he was born. His grandfather left India in the early 1900s, settling in Kisumu, Kenya, in search of business opportunities. In the 1960s, Vinay’s father, Mr Hasmukh Dawda, alongside his brothers, launched what would later become House of Dawda. At a time when household needs were primarily basic kitchen items, the family ventured into the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) space. It pioneered successful brands in biscuits, candy, and salt across Kenya. Vinay, a third-generation East African Asian entrepreneur, completed most of…
This Is Premium Content. Subscribe And Save On Unlimited Access With Our Best Offers!
